Reborn not to be a simp, the school beauty's whole family goes crazy

Daya couldn't resist either. She squatted down and gently stroked the downy feathers of a chick. The downy feathers were soft and smooth, like silk.

She exclaimed, "Cousin, these chicks are so cute! I really want to take one home and raise it. I can feed it every day and play with it."

Chen Dong smiled and patted Daya's head, saying, "Daya, chicks aren't easy to raise. They need professional care and a suitable environment. Here, with the right temperature, plenty of food, and clean water, they can grow up healthy. Besides, chickens living together will be happier. This is the best home for them."

Next, the group went to the egg collection area.

In the egg collection area, several workers are skillfully collecting eggs.

Their movements were swift and gentle, as if they were performing a sacred ritual.

The eggs were neatly arranged in the bamboo basket, gleaming warmly in the sunlight, like precious gems.

My second aunt picked up an egg and explained to everyone, "The main way our chicken farm makes a profit is by selling eggs. In addition to the roosters used for breeding, we sell the extra adult roosters for meat."

"The eggs we collect every day are sold at the nearby market, and they are very popular. Many regular customers come specifically to buy our eggs, saying that they taste good and are nutritious."

Chu Mengran asked curiously, "Second Aunt, is there any special way to collect eggs? The workers are moving so gently."

My aunt patiently explained, "Of course! You have to be gentle when collecting eggs so you don't break the shells. If the shells break, the eggs will spoil easily and you won't be able to sell them."

"And we have to collect them at set times every day, once in the morning and once in the afternoon, to ensure the freshness of the eggs. You see, if these eggs are left for too long, the yolks will break and the taste will deteriorate. So, we can't be careless in any step."

Just then, a grown rooster walked over with its head held high and a proud gait.

Its feathers are colorful and shimmer with a mesmerizing light under the sunlight. Its bright red comb is like a burning flame, making it look very majestic.

Da Ya pointed at the rooster and asked, "Second Aunt, this rooster is so beautiful. Does it crow? I rarely hear roosters crow in the city."

My aunt replied with a smile, "Yes, it does. Every day before dawn, it starts crowing. Its voice is so loud that it can wake up the whole village. But its main task is to breed the hens and ensure the reproduction of our flock. You can tell how responsible it is by looking at its proud and majestic appearance."

After touring the egg collection area, Chen Dong suggested, "Would you like to try feeding the chickens? It's one of the most fun parts of a chicken farm!"

"Yes!" Daya and Erya shouted in unison, their excitement overflowing.

Daya's cheeks flushed slightly with excitement, while Erya jumped up, waving her hands as if she couldn't wait to get up close and personal with the chicks.

Chen Dong brought over some feed, which emitted a faint aroma of grains.

He distributed the feed to everyone and then said, "Everyone, please pay attention. When feeding, scatter the feed gently. Don't pour too much at once, otherwise the chickens won't be able to finish it and it will be a waste."

The group approached the chickens and carefully scattered feed among them.

The chickens immediately became agitated, crowding around and scrambling for the food.

Some chickens stretched their necks, trying to peck at the feed on the ground, their necks stretched out as if they wanted to take all the feed into their pockets; other chickens squeezed among the flock, flapping their wings at the chickens next to them, wanting to eat more.

Daya and Erya laughed so hard they almost fell over, watching the chickens scrambling for food.

As Er Ya scattered the feed, she said happily, "These chickens are so interesting! They eat so heartily. Look at that little black chick, it eats faster than anyone else."

Chu Mengran was also infected by the lively scene, her face beaming with a smile. She said to Chen Dong, "Dongzi, I didn't expect a chicken farm to be so interesting. I've never experienced anything like this before. It feels so full of life and energy, completely different from the city."

Chen Dong responded with a smile: "Yes, there's a lot to learn about this. And seeing these chickens grow up healthy gives me a great sense of accomplishment. It's not easy for each chicken to grow from a tiny chick into an adult chicken that can lay eggs and be sold."

Daya leaned against Chen Dong, tugging at his arm, and said sweetly, "Cousin, you have to bring us to the chicken farm more often. It's much more fun here than in the city. The city is full of tall buildings, but none of them have such cute little chicks."

Chen Dong nodded and said, "Okay, as long as you behave, I'll bring you here often. We can also witness the chicks grow together, watch them lay eggs, and experience the wonder of life."

Before we knew it, it was already noon.

The winter sun has become somewhat lazy, casting a pale golden glow on the earth.

Auntie warmly invited everyone to eat: "Come on, you must be hungry. Try the farm-style dishes I prepared. I specially killed a chicken this morning to make chicken soup for you, and there are also fresh eggs, all from our own farm. They taste great."

The group entered the house, which was simply yet warmly furnished, with a large table laden with a sumptuous spread of dishes.

There were golden scrambled eggs, their color so enticing it seemed to beckon to everyone; fragrant chicken soup, steaming hot, exuding a rich aroma that made one's mouth water; and stir-fried vegetables and mushrooms made with homegrown produce.

My aunt said with a smile, "These are all chickens we raise ourselves, and vegetables we grow ourselves. They're green and healthy. Try them and see how they taste."

Everyone took their seats and began to enjoy the food. Da Ya took a bite of the scrambled eggs, her eyes lit up, and she exclaimed, "Second Aunt, these eggs are so delicious! They're so much more fragrant than the eggs I eat in the city. The eggs in the city don't seem to have such a rich flavor."

Auntie said with a smile, "Of course, our chickens are all raised on grain, not on any of those weird feeds, so their eggs are naturally delicious. And these eggs are all collected that day, so they're very fresh."

Chu Mengran also praised it highly: "Second Aunt, your cooking is really good, these dishes are so delicious. This chicken soup is so flavorful, and the chicken is so tender, I could drink several bowls."

During the meal, Chen Dong told his second aunt about the interesting things that had happened to him, Chu Mengran, Daya, and Erya along the way.

He vividly described how Daya and Erya chattered away in the car, as well as Chu Mengran's various questions about the chicken farm, which made everyone laugh.

While eating chicken, Er Ya mumbled, "Today was so much fun! I want to feed the chicks again. I want to watch them eat their fill."